Việt Nam News

Mette Moglestue, Deputy Head of Mission from the Norwegian Embassy in Việt Nam, said EPR is one of the best proven tools to enforce the principle that polluters must shoulder the cost.

The average selling prices of apartments in Hà Nội in the first two months of this year increased by 17 per cent compared to the same period in 2023.

Việt Nam News reporters spoke to companies’ leaders to explore the effects and opportunities stemming from this new mandate on their respective businesses and soeicty at large.

EPR has been gradually applied since the beginning of this year, with manufacturers and importers taking more responsibility for managing the disposal of their product packaging when it is discarded.

EPR is not only a responsibility but also an opportunity for businesses to develop more sustainably.

While EPR remains the linchpin of circular economy initiatives, its scope extends beyond mere waste management.

Despite the emerging opportunities in the recycling industry, Vietnamese businesses are facing challenges in harnessing these prospects, putting them at risk of losing market share domestically.

In today's business landscape, integrating environmental sustainability, particularly through Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), is paramount. Join us for an interview with Ms. Nguyễn Thị Trà My, CEO of PAN Group, a leading corporation in Vietnam's agriculture and food sector, about the impact of EPR on sustainable business operations, as well as the company's EPR initiatives.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a new policy approach to deal with waste, promote recycling and help the Government achieve its environmental goals. It is expected to ensure the circulation of resources between the input and waste stages in the production process and help achieve the goal of zero emissions.

The exports of Vietnam’s aquatic product posted positive growth in the first quarter of this year, bringing hope for the entire seafood industry, including processed tuna products.

Việt Nam’s macro-economic achievements were applauded at an international workshop co-organised by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Bank of Laos,

Wednesday proved to be a challenging day for shares as a pervasive selling force exerted significant pressure on various industry sectors.

Cần Thơ wishes to cooperate with SunRice, boasting considerable experience in rice plantation, management and processing, to improve local production value.

The association expects that the country's total spice export turnover will reach $2.2 billion in the next five years.

New packaging materials and technologies and innovative solutions for the processing and packaging industries are on display at the 17th International Processing, Packaging Exhibition that opened in HCM City on Wednesday.

The introduction of the e-commerce platform would help local farmers and businesses build up trust, while introducing genuine Nam Trà My-grown products to customers nationwide.

EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) was implemented at the beginning of the year. But what exactly does it mean for manufactures and exporters? Those in the know admit there are challenges ahead, but these are far outweighed by the opportunities EPR will create.

The expansion project will last 37 months since the signing of EPC and is expected to be put into operation by 2028.